Trader Joe’s recalls 61K sparkling water bottles — here’s why

(NEXSTAR) — This week, Trader Joe’s announced a recall of two lots of the popular Gerolsteiner Sparkling Natural Mineral Water, a non-Trader Joe’s branded item, which the grocery giant sells. The recalled glass water bottles are being recalled over concerns they can crack, causing risk of cuts or slashes.

According to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, the German-owned Gerolsteiner is recalling about 61,500 bottles. Customers are advised to stop using the bottles immediately.

The recalled bottles were sold at Trader Joe’s stores between December 2024 and January 2025 in Alabama, Arkansas, Colorado, Florida, Georgia, Kansas, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, South Carolina, Tennessee and Texas. They cost about $3.

Here’s how to identify the recalled bottles:

• Gerolsteiner Sparkling Natural Mineral Water
• 750ml glass bottle(s)
• Features a red, white and blue label on the front of the bottles bearing the brand name “Gerolsteiner”
• Lot number(s): 11/28/2024 L and/or 11/27/2024 L.

The bottles were sold individually and in cases of 15.

There have been no reports of injuries so far, according to the recall.

Customers should return the recalled bottles to the store of purchase for a full refund, Gerolsteiner says. Per the recall, customers will not be asked for proof of purchase but will need to return the recalled bottles in order to receive the refund, either in cash or credit.

For more information, visit the USCPSC or the Trader Joe’s recalls page. Consumers with questions or concerns can also contact Gerolsteiner online or by phone Mondays-Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET at (800) 777-0633.